Play Therapy in Lincoln, IL
I am also trained in attachment treatment and Thera play(R).
I offer caring, unconditional support in a relaxed atmosphere for clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD. I also treat clients going through life adjustments, or those with relationship issues, and stress or health related problems. In addition, I am experienced in treating children for a variety of issues, including grief and loss, foster care and adoption issues, attachment and developmental trauma. I provide services for couples and families, and I include parents when working with children. I enjoy working with adults who are interested in personal growth and development.
I am also trained in attachment treatment and Thera play(R).
I offer caring, unconditional support in a relaxed atmosphere for clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma and PTSD. I also treat clients going through life adjustments, or those with relationship issues, and stress or health related problems. In addition, I am experienced in treating children for a variety of issues, including grief and loss, foster care and adoption issues, attachment and developmental trauma. I provide services for couples and families, and I include parents when working with children. I enjoy working with adults who are interested in personal growth and development.
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Abby Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Eastern Illinois University. I am equipped to support clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, trauma, autism, grief, boundary setting, and the challenges that come from being a part of the LGBTQ+ community. I incorporate skills from various modalities, such as: cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, art and play therapy, psychodynamic therapy, applied behavior analysis, and rational emotive behavioral therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Eastern Illinois University. I am equipped to support clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, trauma, autism, grief, boundary setting, and the challenges that come from being a part of the LGBTQ+ community. I incorporate skills from various modalities, such as: cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, art and play therapy, psychodynamic therapy, applied behavior analysis, and rational emotive behavioral therapy.
Sedellia Strobel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, IL 62711
For children, a large component of this comes through play, which is why play therapy is often utilized in sessions.
Accepting new clients! My passion is working with children and adolescents that have experienced trauma and assisting them in identifying their strengths to achieve progress. I additionally assist with behavioral struggles, ADHD, anxiety, and many others. I also work with parents and families to build knowledge, education, and support for child!
For children, a large component of this comes through play, which is why play therapy is often utilized in sessions.
Accepting new clients! My passion is working with children and adolescents that have experienced trauma and assisting them in identifying their strengths to achieve progress. I additionally assist with behavioral struggles, ADHD, anxiety, and many others. I also work with parents and families to build knowledge, education, and support for child!
While I am comfortable using a variety of therapeutic modalities, I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed practices, and child-centered play therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, received in 2018. I have worked in social services since 2014 in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health, and private practice. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma, grief, and religious transitions.
While I am comfortable using a variety of therapeutic modalities, I primarily draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed practices, and child-centered play therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, received in 2018. I have worked in social services since 2014 in a variety of settings, including residential treatment, community mental health, and private practice. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, trauma, grief, and religious transitions.
Starfish Family Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, CATP
Verified Verified
West Peoria, IL 61604
Since 2018 I have been certified in and practicing play therapy.
The mission of Starfish Family Counseling, PLLC, is best described through a story. The Starfish Story tells of a child walking along a beach after a terrible storm which washed up thousands of starfish onto the beach. The child is throwing starfish back into the water, when someone admonishes the child that they cannot save them all, cannot really make a difference. The child responds by picking up another starfish and saying "it makes a difference to this one." Together we will explore your goals, strengths and most importantly that you, your child, your relationships deserve healing. You matter.
Since 2018 I have been certified in and practicing play therapy.
The mission of Starfish Family Counseling, PLLC, is best described through a story. The Starfish Story tells of a child walking along a beach after a terrible storm which washed up thousands of starfish onto the beach. The child is throwing starfish back into the water, when someone admonishes the child that they cannot save them all, cannot really make a difference. The child responds by picking up another starfish and saying "it makes a difference to this one." Together we will explore your goals, strengths and most importantly that you, your child, your relationships deserve healing. You matter.
We all have unique needs and goals and I am pleased to be part of a process which can bring positive change and healing. I've been privileged to know and help people from all walks of life w/diverse backgrounds and experiences. My background: community mental health, substance abuse, trauma work, student population, and overseas with US military families. I'm comfortable working w/people of all ages. I provide short-term, solution focused counselling, long term intensive therapy, play therapy, couples and family counseling.
We all have unique needs and goals and I am pleased to be part of a process which can bring positive change and healing. I've been privileged to know and help people from all walks of life w/diverse backgrounds and experiences. My background: community mental health, substance abuse, trauma work, student population, and overseas with US military families. I'm comfortable working w/people of all ages. I provide short-term, solution focused counselling, long term intensive therapy, play therapy, couples and family counseling.
Nicholas Bridgett, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I have extensive training in couples therapy, mindfulness, play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, PTSD, LGBQA issues, gender identity issues, and chronic health problems.
I provide client-centered, affirming therapy to help people resolve their life challenges. I use a variety of approaches to help clients change thoughts, feelings and behaviors to increase their self-awareness and well-being. I work with people holistically to increase their sense of peace, balance and joy.
I enjoy working with couples to increase their sense of intimacy and connection. I incorporate play, art, and biblio therapy in my work with children.
I have extensive training in couples therapy, mindfulness, play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, depression, anxiety, anger and stress management, PTSD, LGBQA issues, gender identity issues, and chronic health problems.
I provide client-centered, affirming therapy to help people resolve their life challenges. I use a variety of approaches to help clients change thoughts, feelings and behaviors to increase their self-awareness and well-being. I work with people holistically to increase their sense of peace, balance and joy.
I enjoy working with couples to increase their sense of intimacy and connection. I incorporate play, art, and biblio therapy in my work with children.
I have experience working with a wide variety of age groups and a diverse population of people. I specialize in working with teens, adults, and families, treating anxiety, life adjustments, chronic illness, problems at school and life transitions. I mainly work with CBT but also incorporate play therapy, strengths-based approaches, and mindfulness.
I have experience working with a wide variety of age groups and a diverse population of people. I specialize in working with teens, adults, and families, treating anxiety, life adjustments, chronic illness, problems at school and life transitions. I mainly work with CBT but also incorporate play therapy, strengths-based approaches, and mindfulness.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
Unsure if your child's behavior is age appropriate? Is your adolescent having difficulties in academics or social connections? Are you struggling with adjusting to life changes or reflecting on past experiences that cause you to feel uneasy? Not sure how to work out differences between you and your partner or within your family? I am here to help your child play out any fears, worries, and past traumas, help your adolescent feel empowered, find solutions, and discover self identity, help adults navigate life transitions, and help couples/families explore conflict. Most of all, I focus on your needs to cultivate trust and safety.
In my practice, I primarily adopt a person-centered approach, supplemented with techniques from solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness exercises, and other counseling theories to cater to the unique needs of each client. I am skilled in various play therapy techniques suitable for all ages, such as sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral play therapy, and creative expression.
In my practice, I primarily adopt a person-centered approach, supplemented with techniques from solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness exercises, and other counseling theories to cater to the unique needs of each client. I am skilled in various play therapy techniques suitable for all ages, such as sand tray therapy, cognitive behavioral play therapy, and creative expression.
I’m comfortable integrating a variety of modalities to provide the best treatment possible including CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, and DBT, among others.
I believe a trusting and genuine relationship is an essential foundation for therapy and I encourage my clients to come in being truly themselves at whatever stage in their journey they may be in. I’m happy to meet you where you are so we can move forward together in a collaborative manner. As a therapist, I have enjoyed helping children, individuals, couples, and families face a variety of life stressors. I strive to provide a welcoming and safe environment for anyone who comes through the door. I believe that the best therapy comes from an individualized approach.
I’m comfortable integrating a variety of modalities to provide the best treatment possible including CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, and DBT, among others.
I believe a trusting and genuine relationship is an essential foundation for therapy and I encourage my clients to come in being truly themselves at whatever stage in their journey they may be in. I’m happy to meet you where you are so we can move forward together in a collaborative manner. As a therapist, I have enjoyed helping children, individuals, couples, and families face a variety of life stressors. I strive to provide a welcoming and safe environment for anyone who comes through the door. I believe that the best therapy comes from an individualized approach.
Elizabeth Campbell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT, ICST
Verified Verified
Princeton, IL 61356
In our sessions, you can expect to see several therapy modalities utilized including Adlerian Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and narrative therapy.
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, realistic, and empathetic. I have had the privilege of serving children,teens, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in trauma therapy in children and adults and enjoy an experiential approach to healing. I have experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking survivors.
In our sessions, you can expect to see several therapy modalities utilized including Adlerian Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and narrative therapy.
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, realistic, and empathetic. I have had the privilege of serving children,teens, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in trauma therapy in children and adults and enjoy an experiential approach to healing. I have experience working with domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking survivors.
Kelly Fein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Champaign, IL 61820 (Online Only)
I have over 12 years of experience in the field. Areas I like to address include, past trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, eating disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, bullying, social awareness, and parenting support among other issues. I have extensive training in therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents including art therapy and play-based approaches, however I enjoy working with all age groups.
I have over 12 years of experience in the field. Areas I like to address include, past trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, eating disorders, personality disorders, self-esteem, bullying, social awareness, and parenting support among other issues. I have extensive training in therapeutic approaches with children and adolescents including art therapy and play-based approaches, however I enjoy working with all age groups.
With a background in supporting children through their play, it is my hope to bring a playful energy to therapy.
Welcome, you've found a soft landing space with a caring therapist ready to walk with you on your healing journey. I bring a person-centered approach to therapy, believing the best in everyone and trusting in their capacity for positive change and development. Using this relational approach allows me to see clients beyond their diagnoses and support them in personally meaningful ways. I look forward to holding a safe container for my clients in which they can reconnect to their bodies, find support and co-regulation, and learn new skills that will help each individual on their journey.
With a background in supporting children through their play, it is my hope to bring a playful energy to therapy.
Welcome, you've found a soft landing space with a caring therapist ready to walk with you on your healing journey. I bring a person-centered approach to therapy, believing the best in everyone and trusting in their capacity for positive change and development. Using this relational approach allows me to see clients beyond their diagnoses and support them in personally meaningful ways. I look forward to holding a safe container for my clients in which they can reconnect to their bodies, find support and co-regulation, and learn new skills that will help each individual on their journey.
Areas of training and certification include EMDR, BrainSpotting, Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, TF-CBT (certified), Conscious Discipline, Attachment, Brain Painting, and Infant Mental health.
Dr. Diana Schroer, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with over 20 years’ experience working with children and families. Diana has been working with children and families since 1993, specializing in areas related to emotional and behavioral development, sexual and physical abuse, trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss. The theoretical orientation that best describes my beliefs, values, and worldview is integrative.
Areas of training and certification include EMDR, BrainSpotting, Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, TF-CBT (certified), Conscious Discipline, Attachment, Brain Painting, and Infant Mental health.
Dr. Diana Schroer, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with over 20 years’ experience working with children and families. Diana has been working with children and families since 1993, specializing in areas related to emotional and behavioral development, sexual and physical abuse, trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss. The theoretical orientation that best describes my beliefs, values, and worldview is integrative.
Laura Adamgbo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Alton, IL 62002
I'm a child and adolescent therapist and use play therapy in session with younger clients.
Are you going through a major change in your life? Divorce, remarriage, blending a family, new job, new baby? Have you hit a road block in your career? Is anxiety keeping you from living an enriching lifestyle? Do you have unresolved trauma? Do you have a difficult to manage child? I can help you with these sudden roadblocks. During these transitional phases of life, we need a support system to help us gain strength, resilience and maintain a healthy living. I use EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in working with adult clients and play therapy with my child clients. I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.
I'm a child and adolescent therapist and use play therapy in session with younger clients.
Are you going through a major change in your life? Divorce, remarriage, blending a family, new job, new baby? Have you hit a road block in your career? Is anxiety keeping you from living an enriching lifestyle? Do you have unresolved trauma? Do you have a difficult to manage child? I can help you with these sudden roadblocks. During these transitional phases of life, we need a support system to help us gain strength, resilience and maintain a healthy living. I use EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in working with adult clients and play therapy with my child clients. I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.
Ashley Frizzell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Pontiac, IL 61764
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to pulling from her own experiences in marriage, motherhood, life, and 15 years of counseling, Ashley uses theories of Christian Counseling, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Taking the first step reaching out to a counselor can be difficult, however, Ashley loves meeting new people and quickly is able to put people at ease. She finds great enjoyment hearing other people’s stories. Her approach with children and teens includes a lot of humor and is lighthearted with lots of play and silliness. Her approach with adults is unconditional positive regard seeing them through the lens of grace. She always offers encouragement and hope with a side of gentle challenging of unhealthy patterns.
In addition to pulling from her own experiences in marriage, motherhood, life, and 15 years of counseling, Ashley uses theories of Christian Counseling, CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Taking the first step reaching out to a counselor can be difficult, however, Ashley loves meeting new people and quickly is able to put people at ease. She finds great enjoyment hearing other people’s stories. Her approach with children and teens includes a lot of humor and is lighthearted with lots of play and silliness. Her approach with adults is unconditional positive regard seeing them through the lens of grace. She always offers encouragement and hope with a side of gentle challenging of unhealthy patterns.
I am able to use a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Dance/Movement Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Play Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I am currently pursuing additional training to become a certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Dance/Movement Therapy uses the body and movement to promote an embodied sense of wholeness and well-being. I am able to provide this form of therapy under supervision of a board certified Dance/Movement therapist. Additionally, I have completed an intensive training in EMDR and am able to perform EMDR therapy with clients.
I am able to use a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Dance/Movement Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Play Therapy.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. I am currently pursuing additional training to become a certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Dance/Movement Therapy uses the body and movement to promote an embodied sense of wholeness and well-being. I am able to provide this form of therapy under supervision of a board certified Dance/Movement therapist. Additionally, I have completed an intensive training in EMDR and am able to perform EMDR therapy with clients.
I specialize in working with adolescents, teens and young adults utilizing a variety of therapy techniques such as Directive and Non-Directive play, Art Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy and Strengths-Based Therapy.
I am a licensed Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois with a concentration in mental health and a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science from Purdue University. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential, crisis and therapy. My goal is to prioritize your comfort during our sessions by providing a safe, relaxing and laid-back experience.
I specialize in working with adolescents, teens and young adults utilizing a variety of therapy techniques such as Directive and Non-Directive play, Art Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy and Strengths-Based Therapy.
I am a licensed Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois with a concentration in mental health and a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science from Purdue University. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential, crisis and therapy. My goal is to prioritize your comfort during our sessions by providing a safe, relaxing and laid-back experience.
When working with children, I use play therapy and other creative therapies for a variety of issues.
As a therapist and human being, I believe in the power of counseling and its success at different times in one's life, whether for the purpose of personal growth or to address more serious mental health concerns or problematic behaviors. As a foundation to the counseling relationship, I help clients and families understand the process of therapy and that all people, children and adults, grow and heal on their own time. I believe that by providing a safe and supportive environment, clients are able to make positive, lasting change.
When working with children, I use play therapy and other creative therapies for a variety of issues.
As a therapist and human being, I believe in the power of counseling and its success at different times in one's life, whether for the purpose of personal growth or to address more serious mental health concerns or problematic behaviors. As a foundation to the counseling relationship, I help clients and families understand the process of therapy and that all people, children and adults, grow and heal on their own time. I believe that by providing a safe and supportive environment, clients are able to make positive, lasting change.
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Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behavior and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behavior.